Client Manager

Client Manager – Accountancy Practice, Weybridge, Surrey
Salary up to £65,000 | Hybrid Working | Fast-Growing Independent Firm

Fletcher George is recruiting an experienced Client Manager for an ambitious and fast-growing independent accountancy practice in Weybridge.

Our client is a forward-thinking and growing firm with approachable Directors.

The team, continued investment in technology, strong technical expertise and excellent client relationships are central to this firm’s continued success.

We are looking for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who enjoys managing clients, supporting colleagues and who will contribute ideas to help shape the future of a growing practice.

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Join a successful and fast-growing independent practice
• Work closely with the Directors and contribute to the firm's development
• Manage an established and varied client portfolio
• Modern, technology-led working environment
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Regular technical training and professional development
• 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
• Pension contributions
• An adult and inclusive approach where individual contributions are valued

You will manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SMEs, providing accounting, tax and practical business advice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing client relationships and overseeing accounts and tax compliance
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, management accounts and personal tax returns
• Leading client meetings and advising business owners
• Managing workflow, WIP, billing and deadlines
• Supporting and developing junior colleagues
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional client services
• Contributing ideas to improve systems, processes and the client experience

We welcome applications from experienced Client Managers, Accounts Managers and Portfolio Managers with a strong background in UK accountancy practice.

You will ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification with at least five years' post-qualification experience
• Proven experience managing a client portfolio
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts, corporation tax and personal tax
• Confidence in advising clients and supporting junior colleagues
• Good working knowledge of Xero and cloud-based accounting systems
• An interest in developments across accountancy, taxation and technology
• Strong communication skills and commercial awareness

Based in Weybridge, the position is accessible from Walton-on-Thames, Addlestone, Cobham, Esher, Chertsey, Woking and West Byfleet.

The firm offers flexible hours and hybrid working.

If you are an experienced Client Manager looking to join an ambitious independent practice where your expertise and ideas can add real value, we would welcome your application.

Applicants must have a full and current right to work in the UK.